Children’s Minister

Church Name: Gateway Christian Church
Address: 801 Winchester Road
Address Line 2: PO Box 1069
City: Mount Sterling
State: Kentucky
Zipcode: 40353
Average Attendance: 350
Church Website: https://www.gccky.church
Full Name: Seth Lawson
Phone: 8594983876
Email: seth@gccky.church
Position Description: Children’s Minister
Gateway Christian Church — Mount Sterling, Kentucky

801 Winchester Road | PO Box 1069 | (859) 498-3876 | gccky.church
Mission/Vision
Gateway Christian Church exists to know God and make Him known as we
reach the next generation for the Kingdom of God.
Position Summary
Gateway Christian Church is seeking a full-time Children’s Minister to
lead and grow our ministry to children from birth through elementary
(grade 5).

This leader will create safe, engaging, and biblically grounded
environments where children come to know and follow Jesus while
partnering with families in the spiritual development of their
children.

The Children’s Minister will lead a volunteer team, oversee weekly and
seasonal programming, and help expand outreach efforts that connect
with families in our community. The candidate will step into an
established ministry while helping it continue to grow and strengthen
in the years ahead.
Primary Responsibilities
Ministry Leadership

Provide vision and leadership for children’s ministry environments
Ensure programming aligns with the mission and values of Gateway
Christian Church
Maintain safe, welcoming, and engaging ministry spaces

Ministry Programming

Lead and oversee Sunday morning children’s programming
Coordinate midweek programming during the school year
Plan and lead summer programming, camps, conferences, and special events
Provide leadership for seasonal programming, including Easter and
Christmas services
Select and implement biblically sound curriculum

Volunteer Development

Recruit, train, and support volunteer teams
Build a healthy volunteer culture marked by encouragement,
ownership, and teamwork
Equip volunteers to serve children and families effectively

Family Partnership & Communication

Partner with parents as primary spiritual leaders in their homes
Maintain consistent and clear communication with families
Provide resources and encouragement for faith development at home
Utilize digital and personal communication to build strong
relationships with families

Outreach & Community Engagement

Develop outreach opportunities that connect children and families to Gateway
Lead events such as Vacation Bible School and/or other
community-focused initiatives
Build relationships with families beyond Sunday gatherings

Safety & Administration

Ensure child safety policies and volunteer screening procedures are followed
Manage ministry supplies and budget responsibly

Team Collaboration

Serve as an active member of the church staff team
Participate in staff meetings and church-wide initiatives
Assist with church events and ministry needs as requested
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

A growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Lifestyle consistent with biblical character and Christian leadership
Genuine love for children and families
Strong relational and communication skills
Ability to recruit, lead, and develop volunteers
Organizational and leadership ability
Experience working with children in ministry and/or educational
environments preferred
Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant ministry experience preferred
Active member, or willing to become an active member, of Gateway
Christian Church

Please send all correspondence to seth@gccky.church